August weather forecast
Ambaliyadda, Sri Lanka

August, the last month of the summer in Ambaliyadda, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.2°C (84.6°F) and an average low of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Temperature

August's average high-temperature is a still warm 29.2°C (84.6°F), maintaining a close comparison with July's 29.3°C (84.7°F). Ambaliyadda observes an average nighttime temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F) during August.

Heat index

The heat index value during August is computed to be a very hot 35°C (95°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In Ambaliyadda, Sri Lanka, in August, during 25.8 rainfall days, 84mm (3.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ambaliyadda, Sri Lanka, there are 278.4 rainfall days, and 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:14 +0530.

Sunshine

In Ambaliyadda, the average sunshine in August is 8.7h.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Ambaliyadda. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.